Upper Deckers No. 6

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyPreston
Nearest CityAurthurdale
River/StreamDECKERS CREEK
Coordinates39.49833, -79.80944

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height24 ft
Dam Height24 ft
Dam Length670 ft
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage729 acre-ft
Max Storage729 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge4,115 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerMonongahela Conservation District
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection07/31/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDWV07711
Federal IDWV07711
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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